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Description Location: Farnborough, with opportunity for working at home and the need for occasional travel to customer. Security Clearance Level: DV Leidos has more than 30 years’ experience of developing and running some of the largest government systems in the world. We are currently hiring to expand our UK based technical team who support our delivery for the UK Govt. Come join our team and further develop your skills as we deliver and support systems key to the defence of the UK and partner nations. Being part of the Leidos team is a commitment to push yourself and those around you to do better, constantly adapt and learn new technologies. We’re a passionate team and are committed to developing and growing our staff. Leidos is a global science and technology solutions leader working to solve the world's toughest challenges in the defence, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and health markets. We support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Are you ready for your next career challenge? We are seeking an experienced and proactive Service Architect to lead and own the service management input to bid activity, and to implement service transition within an agile delivery programme environment. This pivotal role ensures that all aspects of service are considered throughout the delivery lifecycle, enabling successful and seamless transition into live operations. Working as part of the Solution Architects team you will act as the central point for all service design and transition activities, collaborating across engineering, solution architecture, security, ITSM, and programme management teams. This is both a pre-sales bid role, combined with a hands-on, strategically important position that will shape how services are introduced and maintained in a complex and fast-moving technology environment. The Service Architect will be responsible for: • Service Architecture: Defining the service approach to enable technical and business service delivery for client environments, • Service Design: Produce detailed, fit-for-purpose Service Designs, including support task analysis and training needs assessment., • Service Transition Ownership: Lead the service transition planning and execution across agile delivery teams, ensuring new or changed services are effectively and smoothly handed over to live operations., • Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with:, • Customers: to gain their acceptance in your capability, • Bid teams: to build trust in your experience to develop compelling service solutions, • Engineering: to ensure supportability and operational readiness of developed solutions., • Solution Architects & Security: to influence technical design from a service operations perspective., • Programme Manager & Scrum Master: to align service readiness with delivery milestones., • Head of Live Service and ITSM Function Leads: to ensure operational acceptance criteria are met., • Technical Leads: to define support models and ensure documentation and handover requirements are clearly understood., • Requirements Management: Define and manage service requirements with the SMO, integrating them into solution designs and, • ITIL Process Alignment: Ensure all service designs and transitions align with ITIL framework best practices, including:, • Incident, Problem, and Change Management, • Service Level Management, • Knowledge Management, • Continual Service Improvement, • Governance & Assurance: Provide service input into design authorities, governance forums, and acceptance boards., • Continuous improvement & innovation: Identify opportunities for improvement, process & cost efficiency, and innovation. Introduce best practices in service management, automation, and monitoring. The Service Architect must have: • Proven experience as a Service Architect, Service Designer, or Service Transition Lead within complex IT delivery environments., • Strong working knowledge of the ITIL framework (working towards or having achieved ITIL 4 Master)., • Demonstrable experience in:, • Designing and implementing service models within large programmes., • Agile delivery methods, particularly Scrum and SAFe, including active participation in ceremonies and backlog refinement., • Creating Service Design Packages and contributing to Operational Acceptance Criteria., • Creating compelling text for PQQ and bid activity., • Development of cost models for new business., • Excellent interpersonal skills to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels., • Strong analytical and documentation skills, including gap analysis, risk assessment, and transition planning., • Experience working within cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams including engineering, cyber security, and programme teams It is desirable for the Service Architect to have: • ITIL 4 Managing Professional or ITIL Expert certification., • Experience working in secure or regulated environments (e.g. central government, finance, defence, healthcare). Are you ready to make an impact? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your CV with us today! At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes: • Contributory Pension Scheme, • Private Medical Insurance, • 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays), • Use of Flexi-time in accordance with programme priorities, • Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme) Commitment to Diversity: We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs. Who We Are: ___– we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science. Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. What Makes Us Different: Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change. Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours. People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future. If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. £75,800.00-£99,800.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit ___. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at ___. Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at ___. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the ___. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Finance Analyst job, Farnborough, Hampshire paying up to £55k + Bonus + Hybrid Working Your new company You will be joining a growing UK-based group in their Head Office in the centre of Farnborough, Hampshire. The business has been in existence for over 20 years and in the last 4 years has doubled through acquisition. Your new role Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be taking on a broad role that combines analysis and business partnering. This is a key role where you will take charge of analysing both cost and revenue to maximise profitability for the group. You'll be working closely on a day-to-day basis with the commercial and finance teams, analysing data, identifying trends and partnering closely with Operations and Procurement teams on cost-saving drives. As you would expect for a role of this nature, there is a high level of data analysis, so you'll be using your intermediate/advanced excel skills every day and present reports/KPIs back to the senior management team. What you'll need to succeed You should be a proven operator within financial analysis and have experience of providing high value reporting. You should also be a proven relationship builder and business partner. The client's preference is for an accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/equiv). What you'll get in return A competitive salary is on offer, a host of benefits including hybrid working, free parking and a bonus. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Chris Evans now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4610534

As Chief Financial Officer, you will work closely with the CEO, COO and Board. Your new companyAbbeyfield Wey Valley Society presents a compelling opportunity if you are looking for a broad CFO role with the chance to make a true impact. The current incumbent, James believes “This is a very broad role and is perfect for someone who wants to be involved in more than just producing the Budgets & Management Accounts. There’s a fair amount happening in the next five years, from a £5m extension to one of our homes, to expanding our offering to new areas and potentially building a new c £10m care home, as well as helping to formulate both strategy and tactics with the leadership team and CEO, Sally. Your colleagues are a great bunch of people, and you will love working with them! It really helps if you have a strong sense of humour, are outgoing and don’t take yourself too seriously!” Your new role As Chief Financial Officer, you will work closely with the CEO, COO and Board, providing strategic financial leadership while ensuring robust operational management across finance, HR, legal matters and systems. This is a hands-on, fully office-based position, suited to someone who enjoys combining strategic oversight with day-to-day involvement and who thrives within a positive, fun and collaborative team culture.This is a broad and influential role with real scope to shape the Society’s long-term direction and future success. Key responsibilitiesStrategy & Planning • Support the development of organisational strategy and business planning., • Use your knowledge and experience to proactively originate new ideas to discuss with the CEO., • Identify funding opportunities and support budget development for new initiatives., • Lead forward-looking financial strategies with a focus on risk, sustainability and growth., • Play an integral role in executive-level decision-making., • Build strong, collaborative relationships across the organisation and support non-finance colleagues., • Develop and enhance financial systems and processes., • Manage investment relationships to maximise returns., • Lead the finance function and oversee payroll, purchasing and transactional processes., • Oversee due diligence, acquisitions and potential divestments., • Ensure accurate and timely reporting to the Charity Commission, Companies House, Homes England, the Regulator of Social Housing and the ONS., • Identify key financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies., • Oversee legal matters related to the Society’s financial assets., • Maintain robust internal controls and ensure full regulatory compliance., • Review insurance cover and ensure audit readiness., • Lead cash flow management and financial forecasting., • Arrange financing and third-party funding as required., • Build strong relationships with banks, investment advisers and insurers., • Represent the Society in financial and legal matters., • Maintain ongoing professional development., • Promote equality, diversity and human rights within the organisation., • Keep abreast of sector developments and relevant legislation., • Undertake additional duties as required by the CEO.What you'll need to succeedQualifications & Experience, • ACA/ACCA/CIMA (or equivalent) qualification., • Minimum seven years’ progressive experience, ideally within a not-for-profit environment or SME., • At least three years at CFO or Finance Director level (exceptional Financial Controllers will be considered)., • Proven experience working with Boards and executive leadership., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • A collaborative approach with the ability to support and influence non-finance colleagues., • Strategic planning and organisational vision., • Financial strategy, modelling and planning., • Strong budgeting, forecasting and analytical skills., • Experience improving systems and processes., • Commercial acumen and sound financial judgement., • Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration., • Ability to review and interpret legal documentation., • Approachable, personable and easygoing style., • A sense of humour and ability to build rapport. 4785499

Used Car Administrator • We are recruiting for a purchasing administrator to join our client on a long-term temporary assignment., • Manage outbound and inbound customer and supplier contacts to resolve queries, negotiate objections, and ensure commercial viability, • Oversee vehicle return processes, ensuring timely invoicing and availability of vehicles for auction sale.Act as escalation point for internal finance invoicing and ledger queries, • related to end-of-contract billing.Maintain daily communication with suppliers, vehicle collections, and auction partners to resolve discrepancies and support remarketing operations., • Ensure compliance with SLAs and KPIs across all customer and supplier interactions and end-of-contract processes, • Train team members on Used Car Business processes and uphold company values to drive excellent customer outcomes What will you bring to the global premium automotive brand: • Strong customer service and complaint management skills, preferably in automotive or regulated leasing sectors., • Strong objection handling and outbound telephone communication skills., • Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple data sources., • Effective written and verbal communication skills at all organisational levels., • Self-motivated with good time management and the ability to work independently and collaboratively., • Proficient in MS Office and computer literacy., • Strong geographic knowledge of the United Kingdom and ability to maintain excellent supplier relationships. How will we support you: The business core values are integral to their corporate culture and guide their actions and decisions. These values include: Openness - Embracing change and new opportunities, learning from mistakes and acting with integrity, Responsibility - Making consistent decisions and committing to them personally, fostering trust and effective teamwork. Appreciation - Reflecting on actions, respecting each other, offering clear feedback and celebrating success Transparency -Acknowledging concerns and identifying inconsistencies constructively Trust - Relying on each other to act swiftly and achieve goals Diversity - Valuing diverse backgrounds and experiences to enhance innovation and competitiveness Compensation We offer a competitive hourly wage plus an annual performance-related bonus. You will receive a generous annual leave up to 35 days which is inclusive of bank holidays. There’s free on-site parking available and you’ll have access to a subsidised restaurant. We offer hybrid working where employees split their time between working remotely (often from home) and working in the office Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Equality, diversity, and inclusion policy is centered around creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that values and respects differences. The company promotes diversity through various initiatives and has integrated diversity, equity, and inclusion into its HR strategy1. Key aspects of policy include: Promoting equal opportunities in recruitment and personnel development Ensuring protection against discrimination and fostering respect in everyday business Encouraging a diverse workforce to enhance competitiveness, effectiveness and innovation Supporting five dimensions of diversity: gender, age and experience, physical and mental abilities, sexual orientation and identify and cultural background 4791538

* * LOCATION: Milton Keynes with occasional travel HYBRID WORKING: Our current hybrid working policy requires a minimum of 60% of working time to be based in the Milton Keynes office however flexibility is expected to meet the needs of the business and the role. CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent opportunity CLOSING DATE: 22/5/26 We reserve the right to close the advert earlier If we receive a high volume of applications. Were looking for a highly experienced and inspirational commercial leader with a significant sales based background within a Captive Automotive Financial Services organisation and/or OEM. You'll report into our CEO and will drive our business forward through our teams in Sales, Sales Compliance and Development and, through strong, productive relationships across Volkswagen Group, our dealer network and brands. In this pivotal and influential position you will use your extensive commercial leadership skills to develop and deliver the Retail Sales strategy to maximise distribution channels, while creating opportunities and optimising new routes to market. You will role model our Guiding Principles, build a culture of psychological safety and inclusion and, provide ethical leadership to deliver great customer outcomes. What youll bring: Youll be aforward thinking, strategic and motivational leader who delivers results through people, cross-functional teams, and 3rd parties to support the delivery of volume, breadth, and profit objectives. Youll havea progressive and developmental mindset with demonstrable experience of developing strategic commercial initiatives. Essential experience & skills youll need to be a success in this role: • You have extensive experience in customer-facing environments with specific skills implementing and managing risk strategies, strong financial management, leading cross functional teams and functional management., • Through your experience of developing and managing customer facing processes, you have ensured fair treatment, transparency, value to customers and all other guidance from regulators has been accomplished., • More generally, youll have experience within regulated environments - ideally by the FCA along with a deep understanding of the UK business governance and regulatory regime and requirements implementation com pliance monitoring and management specifically, in organisations of a comparable size and scale., • You have successfully driven change and you're comfortable in dynamic, changing environments in a leading role., • You have well-developed emotional intelligence, influencing and communication skills which you can use to share information, listen, and create two-way dialogue that builds openness and commitment and, involve others to maximise contribution overall., • With great skills of analysis, you can interpret issues objectively to make sound decisions for the business that uphold our customer needs and good customer outcomes as a priority, • You are highly proactive, flexible, pragmatic, and able to react appropriately and effectively to changing circumstances and demands., • You'll effortlessly fit into the Commercial leadership structure with the potential for growth within FS or the OEM., • Youre collaborative and ambitious and work in the interest of customer and stakeholders, even when your own objectives are challenged., • Youll report to the Chief Executive Officer for VWFS UK Ltd and lead the Retail Sales department and the teams responsible for Finance Sales, Sales Compliance, Sales Development and Dealer Network Oversight., • Youll be responsible for developing sales strategies, policies, and procedures for the UK VWFS Group companies., • Develop and maintain strong productive relationships across senior management, departments, brands and key stakeholders., • Your span of control is across VWFS UK, VW Bank GmbH and compliance is required across the European Organisational Handbook (E-OHB), the FCA and the European Central Bank (ECB)., • Youll have a team of circa. 50 people who work with our dealer network of circa. 800 sites to drive FS and network performance., • Be an agent for change by embracing new ways of working, innovative technologies and agile attitudes to work promoting minimal viable everything attitude to encourage a collective growth mind-set in support of modernisation of the business., • Youll develop and implement plans to meet objectives through existing and new routes to market by utilising current and, establishing new relationships with 3rd party retailers, emerging technology, and tech providers., • Plan and deliver sales, margin and market penetration objectives., • Lead sales activity that complies with internal and external regulations with the Consumer Credit Sourcebook (CONC) taking precedence over conflicting guidelines this includes Vulnerable customers, product suitability and transparency and, behaviours and competence of introducers of our products., • Use strong negotiation skills with our network and 3rd parties, to grow sales, protect margin and support good customer outcomes., • Effectively manage introducer relationships through a robust communication infrastructure, clear performance indicators, and development with corrective action in place as appropriate., • Lead the sales engagement with our Enterprise Risk Framework and develop robust and effective reporting to support transparency with regulators., • Youll engage and cooperate with VW companies in the UK to coordinate and implement joint strategies and build and maintain an effective industry network., • Youll play a leading role within our Credit Assessment & Retailer Services functions. Whats in it for you? Bonus: Discretionary on-target bonus of up to 25% (based on personal and Group company performance) Pension: Employer pension contribution of 9% (based on employee contribution of 3%). VWFS will pay 6% if employee chooses a 2% employee contribution. Car schemes*: Choice of Employee Car Ownership (ECO) scheme for petrol/diesel and hybrid vehicles plus car insurance and fuel card. OR Company Car scheme for Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) plus car insurance cover for you and a partner/eligible family member. Other benefits: From day 1 we provide income protection, life assurance (4x salary), retail discount vouchers , access to Care Concierge (a service to support carers of adults), along with other salary sacrifice options including a will writing service and cycle to work (subject to scheme restrictions). Following successful completion of probation, you will have access to private medical insurance for you with the option to buy additional family cover/ and your family access to our loan car scheme for up to 2 cars for your partner or eligible family members (subject to scheme restrictions) and during our annual benefit window you can purchase critical illness cover and dental cover , so you can select the benefits that matter to you. We invest in our people and are passionate about driving development. Youll have access to LinkedIn Learning via our Degreed platform as well as a host of professional development programmes and opportunities to build your technical and soft skills so you can further develop your career. We also offer mentoring schemes and reciprocal partnerships recognising that we can all learn from each other in the flow of work. * * * Why join VWFS UK? Youll have the opportunity to make a difference by helping us to achieve our mission. Our mission is straight forward; we want to be 'The Key to Mobility'. That means we make getting from A-to-B as easy and simple for as many people as possible. To truly meet the mobility needs of people in a changing world, our offering goes beyond traditional vehicle financing. We do this by providing a range of finance and aftersales products on Volkswagen Group vehicles, as well as developing innovative mobility products designed to solve real problems and support our customers. No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! VWFS is proud to be an inclusive employer and encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion isnt just a statement for us, we encourage and aspire for all our colleagues to be their 100% self. If you need any reasonable adjustments to assist you with the application and/or recruitment processes, please contact our Resourcing Team. The Retail Sales Director is a Certified /Senior Manager role under the Senior Manager and Certification Regime (SMCR) and the role holder is required to comply with the FCAs Conduct Rules. A mandatory requirement of the SMCR is for VWFS to certify that the role holder is fit and proper to perform the duties on an ongoing basis.

We are Centrica! Were so much more than an energy company. Were a family of brands revolutionising a cleaner, greener future. Working here is #MoreThanACareer - were powered by purpose. Together we can make an impact that will truly change tomorrow. Whether youre developing cutting-edge green tech, helping customers on the front line or simplifying operations behind the scenes.Your work here isnt just a job its a mission. We all play a vital role in energising a greener, fairer future . Centrica Technology is a core driver of how we deliver our strategy. You'll join a team modernising our platforms, strengthening cyber and operational resilience, and advancing a productled way of working that brings engineers, data specialists and business experts together to deliver meaningful outcomes at pace. We're scaling automation and AI from proofofconcept into real, endtoend change - improving customer journeys, reducing costtoserve, accelerating delivery, and building the digital foundations that underpin everything from energy trading and risk to field operations and critical infrastructure. If you want to work on complex, highimpact problems using modern engineering practices, and help build reusable platforms that will shape how Centrica operates over the next decade, this is the place to do it. An opportunity to play your part - At Centrica Energy, we use data to drive better decisions and shape a more sustainable future. As a Reporting Manager, you'll be at the centre of that story, delivering clear, insightful reporting that helps senior leaders understand what's happening and what's next. You'll work closely with teams across the business, turning complex data into meaningful insights, improving reporting processes, and ensuring information is accurate, timely and impactful. It's a great role for someone who enjoys collaboration, likes making things better, and wants their work to genuinely influence how the business moves forward. Location : This role is based at our Park House office in London and requires onsite presence five days a week. The position also involves regular travel to other Centrica Energy locations, including Aalborg (Denmark) and Antwerp (Belgium). Day to day * Own and run the Technology budget and forecasting cycle, partnering with Technology teams and Finance to ensure accurate, timely and commercially aligned planning. * Track actuals against budget and forecast, investigating variances, maintaining cost models, and identifying cost savings, efficiency gains and investment opportunities. * Deliver highquality regular and adhoc reporting for Technology leadership, providing clear, actionable insight aligned to trading performance and P&L outcomes. * Design, build and maintain Power BI dashboards covering budget performance, KPIs and delivery metrics, working closely with data and Power BI teams to ensure data integrity. * Automate reporting and data processes using tools such as Power Platform and Excel to improve efficiency, reliability and scalability. * Act as the goto contact for Technology performance insight, building trusted relationships with Finance, Technology leads and senior stakeholders, and supporting strategic analysis and business cases. What are the must haves * Significant experience in commodities, or a tradingled commercial environment, where financial performance, volatility, and rapid decisionmaking are central to success. * Significant experience in budget management, financial planning, performance reporting, or operational analysis within a fastpaced, commercially driven setting. * Strong numerical and analytical capability, including advanced financial modelling and the ability to work confidently with large datasets and complex cost structures. * Proven ability to support and influence P&Limpacting decisions, with a clear understanding of how Technology cost, delivery, and performance shape commercial outcomes. * Commercially astute mindset, able to balance financial rigour, operational delivery, and business agility in a dynamic environment. * Advanced Excel expertise, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and PowerPivot. * Handson experience building Power BI dashboards and reports, including data modelling, DAX, and bestpractice data visualisation. * Experience automating reporting and data workflows using Power Platform, Fabric, or similar technologies. * Strong collaboration with Finance teams, with solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and costallocation processes. * Practical exposure to AI and emerging intelligent automation technologies. * Background in energy trading or financial services. Desirable: * Experience supporting Technology functions within commodities trading or capitalintensive organisations operating under tight governance and reporting cycles. * Familiarity with IT financial management concepts (e.g., run/change cost models, capitalisation, chargeback, allocation modelling). * Experience using the Microsoft 365 ecosystem (Power BI, Power Platform) for reporting and automation. * Exposure to IT planning and operational processes. What's in it for you? * Enjoy a generous market salary, along with fantastic growth opportunities and a vibrant work environment! * Power up your pay with a 15% Employee Energy Allowance, surpassing the government's price cap! * Secure your future with our comprehensive pension plan, designed for peace of mind. * Elevate your health with our fully-funded company healthcare plan, prioritizing your well-being. * Recharge with a generous 25-day holiday allowance, plus public holidays, and even purchase up to 5 extra days for extended relaxation! * Experience unparalleled work-life balance with an exceptional selection of flexible benefits, from tech treats and eco-friendly car leases to travel insurance for your adventures!

Finance Manager – Farnborough - £60,000 + 1 Day Remote We’re recruiting a hands-on Finance Manager to take full ownership of the finance function across the UK and US entities of a growing, international business. This is a broad, pivotal role suited to someone who enjoys operating end-to-end finance, combining day-to-day transactional control with insightful management reporting and commercial support. You’ll act as a trusted business partner, ensuring financial rigour while helping to drive informed decision-making. Key responsibilities: • Full ownership of AP, AR, credit control, payroll, cashflow and banking., • Monthly management accounts with strong technical and commercial commentary., • Forecasting, budgeting, cashflow and working capital management., • Financial control, compliance and statutory reporting (UK & US exposure)., • Inventory and stock accounting within a distribution environment., • Liaison with external accountants, auditors and advisors., • Improving finance processes, controls and reporting as the business scales. About you: • Qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or qualified by experience., • Strong hands-on background across a full SME finance remit., • Happy working in fast paced, change environment.

We are currently working with a leading client in the commercial vehicle sector who are seeking a skilled and proactive Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their busy finance department. Purchase Ledger Clerk – The Role. Why Apply for this Purchase Ledger Clerk role?.

Role: Senior Category Manager-IT Services Location: Farnborough(3 days/week) Duration: 6 months Rate: competitive Inside IR35: Umbrella IT & Tech The IT category has a spend of circa £100m across key categories including Software, Hardware, Networks and IT Services. This role is responsible for the IT Services Category. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain strategic relationships with senior stakeholders, driving early engagement to influence business planning and ensure alignment with organisational priorities Own, develop and execute category strategies for IT Services, using market insights and data to challenge existing approaches and maximize value Lead complex sourcing activity, including the design of sourcing strategies, working with the business to support business case development, competitive tenders, and negotiation of high-complexity contracts Identify and manage category-specific risks, including information security, IR35, supply resilience, geopolitical, financial and sustainability considerations Support stakeholders to drive Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) across key contracts to ensure performance, innovation and value realisation from strategic partnerships Support the Finance and Business Systems transformation, including transition from SAP Ariba to Oracle Fusion and establishment of a mature Source-to-Pay model Key Person Attributes Communicates complex commercial and strategic concepts clearly and confidently adapting style to suit senior stakeholders Aligns diverse stakeholders behind shared objectives Confident decision-maker, balancing commercial, operational and risk considerations to drive the best outcomes in ambiguous or dynamic environments and collaborates x-functionally to achieve this Builds collaborative and trusted relationships with stakeholders and suppliers Demonstrates resilience and adaptability during transformation Role-models integrity, accountability and a growth mindset Proactively improves processes, challenges existing ways of working and contributes to Supply Chain and Procurement functional development Experience and Qualifications Degree or equivalent professional experience MCIPS qualified or working towards completion Minimum five years' strategic category management experience in similar categories of spend Proven track record of building successful relationships with senior stakeholders Demonstrable experience negotiating high-value contracts Strong written and verbal communication skills Practical experience with Source to Pay (S2P) technology

Software Engineering Manager Certain Advantage is hiring for a Software Engineering Manager based in the Farnborough area. This role is on a contract basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with a Manufacturing business that operates in the Aerospace sector. They design, manufacture and deliver industry-leading commercial aircraft, and a separate Space and Defence division. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Software Engineering Manager—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Lead the day-to-day activities of the software team Plan, design, develop, verify, and integrate the software for the high-altitude, long-endurance Zephyr aircraft. Acting as the technical authority for software, ensuring compliance with safety, performance, and regulatory requirements. Specification and development of the high-level and low-level software requirementsThe Individual We’re looking for people who can show: Educational background up to a Bachelor’s degree in Systems, Aerospace, Electronics, Computer Science or related engineering discipline. Work exposure to a senior software engineer, technical lead or similar role leading or mentoring a team of software engineers. Creating safety-critical software in C/C++/Ada or similar languages. Familiarity with aerospace standards, including ARP-4761A, ARP-4754A, DO-178C, DO-254A, DO-248, DO-300 and similar standards. Proficiency with requirements definition, management and verification.The Benefits: Hourly rate of circa £52ph via Umbrella company Flexible working Training and DevelopmentDoes this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you’re hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we’ll work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isn’t for you, head to (url removed) and register for job alerts and career guidance tips

Location:-Farnham Job Title:- Vehicle Technician (Level 2) Salary £35,000 + bonuses We are recruiting for a Level 2 Light Vehicle Qualified Technician in the Farnham Area, to join a brilliant Volume Dealership Group. This is a top Franchise that train and progress all their Technicians to the top level, and historically they have pushed them all the way up to Master Level/Group Technical level (which you can either take it or leave it). If you are a little bit bored and uninspired, this is your chance. Here are some but not all the benefits:- From £33,000 to £35,000 basic + bonuses (uncapped) 8:30-5pm - Mon - Fri with 1/3 weekends only 8:30-12:30pm 25 days holiday + bank holiday within a fantastic workshop & team Requirements for Vehicle Technician role 1. A Motor Trade qualification to work on any type of vehicle 2. Driving License 3. Tools to tackle repairs 4. 18 months experience, but open to a conversation around it (Level 2 Light Vehicle is the minimum they can take on) Ready for an upgrade? If you are interested in this position please contact Eric Duxbury at Holt Recruitment. He can tell you everything you need to know about your next move by hitting 'Apply' below. Please note:- if your CV is out of date, don't worry. Apply anyway, we can update it for you. Holt Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries. We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter Holt Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments

At CV-Library, we have a simple vision: to help the world to work and we are looking for exceptional and talented people to help us realise this vision in both UK and overseas markets. We are in a period of focused investment, following a year of key strategic acquisitions and significant investment across all parts of the business from Tech and Data to People and HR, there's never been a more exciting time to join us or a better place to grow your career! The Role Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00-17:30 Location: Fleet, Hampshire Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days a week on site We are looking for a driven and commercially minded Senior Programmatic Manager to take ownership of multi-market performance across our CPC arbitrage operations. You'll manage and optimise the flow of traffic from publishers into our job inventory via programmatic systems, with the goal of maximising profitability and meeting margin targets. This is a strategic and hands-on role, requiring excellent market knowledge, strong analytical instincts, and confidence in navigating complexity. You'll also play a key role in shaping how we evolve our arbitrage capabilities, improve automation, and scale our impact across markets. Responsibilities: Programmatic Traffic Management * Manage and optimise multi-market programmatic traffic operations across publisher networks. * Monitor, adjust, and allocate CPC's & budgets to maximise ROI and margin across diverse traffic sources and job inventories. * Use performance data and industry knowledge to make daily decisions on bid levels, budget splits, segmentations and prioritisation across partners. Strategic Development * Support in shaping strategy for arbitrage growth across markets, working with Senior Performance Director to align on goals, investment areas, and KPIs. * Identify and develop new programmatic or partnership opportunities. * Act as a key contributor to long-term evolution from manual to automated arbitrage models. Cross-Functional Collaboration * Partner with product and engineering teams to shape feed integrations and automation tools (experience in this area is a bonus). * Work closely with sales and account teams to align publisher traffic with client objectives. * Collaborate with analytics and finance to report on performance and margins accurately. Leadership & Team Enablement * Mentor and guide more junior team members in operations. * Contribute to a culture of automation, ownership, curiosity, and proactive problem solving. What we're looking for: * Ideally 4+ years in performance marketing, programmatic media buying, ad tech, or arbitrage-based business models. * Strong commercial mindset and experience managing CPC budgets at scale. * Proven track record of improving margin and ROI through data-led traffic optimisation. * Comfortable working in environments that require judgement, rapid iteration, and navigating ambiguity. * Experience working with feeds, integrations, or ad tech platforms preferred (not essential). * Exposure to US job board or recruitment tech ecosystem is a plus. We are actively committed to promoting a fully diverse and inclusive workforce and we welcome applications for this role from all candidates who meet the key requirements. Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you require any reasonable adjustments to assist with your application

MS Dynamics 365 Developer Certain Advantage is hiring for an MS Dynamics 365 Developer based in the Farnborough area. This role is on a contract basis and is hybrid-based. The Company We’re working with a Manufacturing business that operates in the Aerospace sector. They design, manufacture and deliver industry-leading commercial aircraft, and a separate Space and Defence division. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for an MS Dynamics 365 Developer—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Design and develop customisations, plugins, workflows, and integrations within the D365 environment. Customise and extend D365 modules using X++, C#, JavaScript, Power Automate, and Power Apps. Develop and maintain integrations between D365 and other enterprise systems using APIs and middleware. Participate in system upgrades, patches, and performance tuning. Provide technical support and troubleshooting for D365 applications.The Individual We’re looking for people who can show: Educational background to a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field. Or equivalent demonstrable experience. Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Developer Associate or equivalent. Proven experience in D365 development (F&O, Supply chain management, or both). Proficiency in .NET, JavaScript, and SQL. Experience with Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI and integration). Familiarity with Azure DevOps, Lifecycle Services (LCS), and CI/CD pipelines. Strong understanding of D365 data structures, workflows, and security modelsThe Benefits: Flexible working Training and DevelopmentDoes this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you’re hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we’ll work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isn’t for you, head to (url removed) and register for job alerts and career guidance tips

This growing, innovative organisation based in Farnham are seeking a qualified Finance Manager to join the business on a 12-month fixed term contract. You will be joining an expanding organisation that offers a brilliant working culture, and this role is a pivotal position in the finance team. Furthermore, this role will be mostly office based however does come with some flexibility. A fantastic opportunity for an experienced, versatile Finance Manager that is immediately available and seeking their next challenge. Job Title: Finance Manager Job Type: 12-month contract, full time Location: Farnham, Surrey Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum Reference no: 16059 Finance Manager – Benefits * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays * Company bonus scheme * Travel insurance * Flexible working options * Car parking onsite Finance Manager – About The Role In this role you will be reporting into the Finance Director and working within a team of 4. You will be managing the daily running of the finance function and supporting the wider team. This is a busy, hands-on position and will suit someone with previous SME experience. Your key responsibilities will be: * Full end to end production of the monthly management accounts including full P&L and balance sheet. * Ownership of month & year end activities including revenue recognition of multiple projects. * Acting as a business partner to the client services team, demonstrating commercial awareness and proving relevant analysis. * Overseeing the transactional accounting function, ensuring it is running at full efficiency. * Actively look to improve systems and process to ensure operations are efficient. * Assess and report on projects from a financial perspective throughout their lifecycle, ensuring positive cash positions. * Create, refine and implement improved reporting. Circulate regular reports and contribute to monthly board packs. * Contribute towards filing requirements at year end including statutory accounts. The successful Finance Manager will have: * A full ACA/ACCA/CIMA accounting qualification * Previous experience in working within an SME * Experience within project accounting would be desirable * Strong system/IT skills * Ability to communicate at all levels Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)

Role: Senior Category Manager-Corporate Services Location: Farnborough(3 days/week) Duration: 6 months Rate: competitive Inside IR35: Umbrella Corporate Services The Corporate Services Category has a spend of £100m across key categories including HR, Recruitment and Training, Professional Services, Legal, Marketing and Communications, Freight, Fleet and Travel. This role directly supports People which is a key Global Group Function. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain strategic relationships with senior stakeholders, driving early engagement to influence business planning and ensure alignment with organisational priorities Own, develop and execute category strategies for HR, Recruitment and Training, using market insights and data to challenge existing approaches and maximize value Lead complex sourcing activity, including the design of sourcing strategies, competitive tenders, and negotiation of high-value contracts Identify and manage category-specific risks, including supply resilience, geopolitical, financial and sustainability considerations Support stakeholders to drive Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) across key contracts to ensure performance, innovation and value realisation from strategic partnerships Support the Finance and Business Systems transformation, including transition from SAP Ariba to Oracle Fusion and establishment of a mature Source-to-Pay modelKey Person Attributes Communicates complex commercial and strategic concepts clearly and confidently adapting style to suit senior stakeholders Aligns diverse stakeholders behind shared objectives Confident decision-maker, balancing commercial, operational and risk considerations to drive the best outcomes in ambiguous or dynamic environments and collaborates x-functionally to achieve this Builds collaborative and trusted relationships with stakeholders and suppliers Demonstrates resilience and adaptability during transformation Role-models integrity, accountability and a growth mindset Proactively improves processes, challenges existing ways of working and contributes to Supply Chain and Procurement functional development

Our client, operating within the procurement supply chain sector, is currently seeking 2 x Senior Category Managers specialising in IT or Corporate Services. This is a contract position for skilled professionals with a background in indirect Category Management. Must have security clearance Key Responsibilities: Build and maintain strategic relationships with senior stakeholders, driving early engagement to influence business planning and ensure alignment with organisational priorities Own, develop and execute category strategies for HR, Recruitment and Training, using market insights and data to challenge existing approaches and maximise value Lead complex sourcing activity, including the design of sourcing strategies, competitive tenders, and negotiation of high-value contracts Identify and manage category-specific risks, including supply resilience, geopolitical, financial, and sustainability considerations Support stakeholders to drive Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) across key contracts to ensure performance, innovation, and value realisation from strategic partnerships Support the Finance and Business Systems transformation, including the transition from SAP Ariba to Oracle Fusion and the establishment of a mature Source-to-Pay model Key Person Attributes: Communicates complex commercial and strategic concepts clearly and confidently, adapting style to suit senior stakeholders Aligns diverse stakeholders behind shared objectives Confident decision-maker, balancing commercial, operational, and risk considerations to drive the best outcomes in ambiguous or dynamic environments and collaborates cross-functionally to achieve this Builds collaborative and trusted relationships with stakeholders and suppliers Demonstrates resilience and adaptability during transformation Role-models integrity, accountability, and a growth mindset Proactively improves processes, challenges existing ways of working, and contributes to Supply Chain and Procurement functional development Experience and Qualifications: Degree or equivalent professional experience MCIPS qualified or working towards completion Experience in strategic category management in similar categories of spend Proven track record of building successful relationships with senior stakeholders Demonstrable experience negotiating high-value contracts Strong written and verbal communication skills Practical experience with Source to Pay (S2P) technology If you are a seasoned Category Manager with experience in IT or Corporate Services and are looking for an exciting new contract role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated and innovative team in the procurement supply chain sector

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